2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ridgeline | 166 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |